Maintenance Technician

Job Title

This position will report to the:
Plant Supervisor

Location:

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Shift: 2nd shift 3:00pm-11:30pm

Employment Category:
Full Time - Regular

Pay Range: $28-$33.50/hr

Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Evolution Fresh and our joint venture with Sambazon. Bolthouse Farms is the preeminent provider of chilled juice, smoothies, and protein drinks. Evolution Fresh - is the premier, cold-pressed juice brand and maker of the new Real Fruit Soda. Through our integrated partnership with Sambazon we produce and sell their high-quality Açaí beverages.

Formerly known as Bolthouse Farms – Generous Brands was born out of the independence from its carrot operations and is poised to be the “World’s Largest Beverage Start-Up.”

Currently we have 1000 employees located across the country at our hubs/facilities in Bakersfield, CA, Rancho Cucamonga, CA & Chicago, IL.

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

This job contributes to Evolution Fresh success by ensuring that plant equipment is repaired and maintained in a timely manner. Models and acts in accordance with Evolution Fresh guiding principles.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This job contributes to Evolution Fresh success by performing preventative maintenance and emergency repairs on plant equipment.

JOB DUTIES:

• Assists maintenance team and supports all aspects of the maintenance department as needed, including repairs on general building and grounds maintenance
• Responds to floor calls in a timely manner and supports maintenance peers on addressing downtime events.
• Completes scheduled PM work in a timely and efficient manner and communicates with maintenance leadership challenges that prevent technician from doing so.
• Submits requisitions for needed parts to address repairs and signs out all parts from stockroom.
• Ensure all plant equipment is functioning at optimum levels by generating corrective work orders on a consistent basis to address short-term repairs and long-term improvements
• Utilizes company software platforms (Safety Culture, Redzone, JDE, etc) to complete tasks thoroughly and accurately to ensure compliance with department goals, quality standards and regulatory requirements
• Understands and follows established safety guidelines, programs, and procedures; and actively works to prevent safety incidents
• Supports food safety, legality, and quality programs
• Maintains product quality through adherence to good manufacturing practices, Food Safety Preventative Controls, product specifications and quality procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIRED

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing, while working independently and making decisions with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work variable shifts to support business needs and perform work in elevated areas (ladders, roofs, lights).
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to plan, prioritize workload, and apply basic math skills to job-related duties
• Ability to follow and work in accordance with safety, quality and sanitation standards, policies, and procedures

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School/GED or one to two years’ experience in related field or combination of both education and experience
• General industrial mechanical maintenance and electrical systems or (2 years)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with food safety regulatory requirements and global standards including Preventive Controls for Human Food (21 CFR 117) and the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). Experience with BRC or SQF certification schemes.
• Electrical or mechanical technical school degree

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS:

• Ability…